Raise a Glass at Jackson Field

Beerfest At The Ballpark

April 22

The eighth annual Beerfest at the Ballpark runs from 3-8 p.m., with a special VIP entry at 2 p.m. The event is an outdoor festival with 300-plus craft beers from more than 65 Michigan breweries in addition to ciders, meads, spirits and wine, live music, and food. The event is hosted in the heart of downtown Lansing at Jackson Field. For more information, visit beerfestattheballpark.com.

THIS MONTH’S EVENTS

Editor’s note: Please call event venues directly to make sure times and dates haven’t changed due to cancellations and postponements related to COVID-19.

Capital City Film Festival 2023

April 5

The $50 all-access pass to the Capital City Film Festival includes entry to all film screenings, concerts, special events and parties. The $100 patron pass includes entry to all film screenings, concerts, special events and parties, plus unlimited free popcorn throughout the festival. This includes a $40 tax-deductible contribution. Email info@capitalcityfilmfest.com or call 517-483-4058 with questions. For more information, visit capitalcityfilmfest.com

Hippity Hop 5K

April 8

Clean off those bunny ears and running shoes and get ready for the 2023 Hippity Hop 5K. The seventh annual event will take place at Potter Park Zoo. All registered participants get free entry into the zoo. The race will have an open start time from 11-11:15 a.m. For more information, visit runsignup.com/Race/MI/Lansing/ HippityHop5K.

2023 Easter EGGstravaganza At Venue One Eleven

April 8

Follow our friends at 517living.com for other upcoming events in the region.

Join Venue One Eleven for an Easter EGGstravaganza with bounce houses, games, kids’ crafts, vendors and food. Teresa Mead Photography will have $10 spring photos available. All tickets include food and nonalcoholic beverages. For more information, visit eventbrite.com/e/2023-easter-eggstravaganza-atvenue-one-eleven-tickets-524954983487?aff=ebds sbdestsearch.

Drag Me To Ellison

April 16

Join Ellison Brewing Co. for a spectacular performance showcasing some of the best entertainers from all over the Midwest and more. The following is included with ticket purchase: unlimited brunch buffet, special performances and two drink tickets. For more information, visit eventbrite.com/e/drag-me-to-ellisontickets-534005634227?aff=ebdssbdestsearch.

Pinwheels for Prevention

April 18

Join Children Trust Michigan on the steps of the Michigan Capitol to listen to special speakers, enjoy entertainment and plant a pinwheel garden downtown. For more information, visit childrentrustmichigan.com.

Kaleidoscope: The Habibi Dancers

Annual Spring Show

April 22

The Habibi’s welcome Irina Akulenko as guest artist to the 2023 Annual Dance Concert and Workshops. Akulenko is a New York-based performer, teacher and choreographer, with a burning passion for arts of all genres. For more information, visit eventbrite.com/e/ kaleidoscope-the-habibi-dancers-annual-springshow-tickets-511139450857?aff=ebdssbdestsearch.